Analog Jazz formed in 2008 as a collective and creative endeavor.
Analog Jazz delivers a combination of the classic standards, a little
spice of R&B and contemporary smooth Jazz. Their list of popular
songs have been molded and shaped by the group’s appreciation of
original arrangements along with their own unique style. Meet the Band
Ralph Burrnett
Keyboard and Music Director
"Ralph
is a keyboardist, producer/arranger and songwriter that has been
involved in the jazz scene for over twenty years. His professional
career began in the '80's when he served as Products Manager for Jazz
at MCA Records. He has also managed associated labels: GRP, Impulse!,
Narada and JVC Jazz, among others. Ralph is also a longtime music
journalist who has interviewed some of jazz music’s most popular
musicians for magazines such as Jazziz, Keyboard, The Jazz Review and
Play. He has also contributed to the All Music Guide and the Music
Hound Jazz Record Guide. Ralph is enjoying his new focus stretching out
as a "live" player..
David Gonzalez
Drums and Percussion
David
brings to the band a lifespan of musical experience that spans over
forty years as a percussionist for numerous artists. David was born in
Cuba and migrated to the United Stated as a young boy. He gravitated
towards the drums and percussion stemming from his native culture. His
sence of classical and modern style makes him an A List percussionist
that brings a wonderful beat to the band.
Dave Eaton
Guitars
Dave
began playing in the mid 60’s (that's the 19-60s...be nice!) and
quickly jumped into the Southern California folk scene. Several groups
and a couple of recordings later he was doing frequent solo gigs in
places like the Salt Company in Hollywood. His passion for a variety of
musical styles has often blended one into another: from folk to
folk-rock to rock, to country, jazz, blues and swing. Dave is a
recovering tone-aholic, but relapses are frequent and he's found that
support groups are all but non-existent.
Leonard Carillo
Bass Guitars
Leonard
started playing at the young age of twelve performing in the local
scene playing at weddings and grand openings etc. Leonard progressed to
touring the US and Europe with a number of recording artist supporting
their recordings.
His passion is to explore a variety of styles of
music. Leonard has performed rock, country, to jazz and loves the
challanges that the styles bring. His influences are Paul McCartney,
Brian Bromberg , to John Clayton.
Marcus Rivers
Sax
The
smooth melodic sounds of Marcus Rivers playing sax can only come
with over 50 years of performing with the who's -who in the music
scene. Known in many circles as "Mr. Sacramento" Marcus has been a rare
influence in the Sacramento area music scene as well a master at the
improve and ability to meld and blend in with any musical situation. A
real treasure to experiance.